Summary

Dr. Alexis Franks specializes in neurology and pediatrics, bringing together expertise in brain function and child development. She earned her medical degree from the University of Colorado School of Medicine and completed her residency at Children's Hospital. With 14 years of experience treating young patients, Dr. Franks has developed specialized knowledge in neurological conditions that affect children's growth and development.

Dr. Franks practices at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh and the Child Development Unit in Oakland, Pennsylvania. She focuses on helping children with autism, autism spectrum disorder, and sensory processing disorder. Her treatment approach includes coordinating physical therapy, speech therapy, and strength training to support each child's unique developmental needs.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 14 years of experience
  • 12 insurance plans accepted
  • Childrens Hospital
  • 2 specialties
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Alexis Linda Franks has 2 locations

Upmc Childrens Hospital Of Pittsburgh

4401 Penn AvePittsburgh, PA 15224

Child Development Unit

3420 5th AveOakland, PA 15213
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Alexis Linda Franks, MDDr. Olga A. Katz, MDDr. Daniel C. Zove, MD, MDDr. Glenn Gordon Hamm, MD
NeurologyNeurologyPediatricsAdolescent Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.5 
4.5 
14 Years of Experience 42 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience 44 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Russian Speaks English Speaks English
Pittsburgh , PAPhiladelphia , PANatrona Heights , PASeneca , PA
Med School: UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Med School: State Univ Of Medicine And Pharmacy Nicolae Testemitanu Fac Of Med Med School: Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University Med School: University Of Kansas School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Alexis Linda Franks

  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth Caritas
  • AmeriHealth Caritas - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Gateway Health
  • Gateway Health - Medicaid
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • HealthPartners
  • Meritain Health
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • UPMC Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Alexis Linda Franks has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Alexis Linda Franks has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Immunization
  • Pediatric Diabetes
  • Pediatrics
  • Physical
  • Vaccination

Certifications, License, & Education

14 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Pennsylvania, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Childrens Hospital

Medical School

UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
University Of Colorado School Of MedicineGraduated in 2012

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